Brian Southall est l'auteur des histoires officielles des Abbey Road Studios et de The Story of Northern Songs. Sa vaste carrière dans l'industrie musicale comprenait des rôles dans la presse, la promotion, le marketing et le développement d'artistes pour des labels majeurs tels que A&M Records et EMI Records. Il a ensuite été consultant pour d'importantes entités musicales, notamment Warner Music International et HMV Group. Son expérience offre une perspective unique d'initié sur le monde de la musique et son commerce.
This unique book focuses on the 100 most important objects in the Beatles' unparalleled career. From the time they were formed with their familiar line- up of John, Paul, George & Ringo in 1962, through to their break-up eight years later, the Beatles were associated with a multitude of items, places and people.
Here is the story of how the Sex Pistols shocked and shamed EMI - the UK's most revered and profitable record company - and ended up GBP40,000 the richer thanks to manager Malcolm McLaren's cunning business strategy.
This book is a new way of telling the album's story and is split into two distinct halves: A: The A-side is all about the Beatles, the music on the album, the recording process, how the disc was received at the time and how subsequently it has been acknowledged as one of the greatest albums ever recorded.
Packed full of musical and historical analysis centred on the Beatles at the peak of their popularity, The White Album: A-side/B-side takes a look at one of the greatest albums ever created, and the tumultuous time period it was born into.
Introduces readers to Abbey Road's fascinating history - from the days when the staff wore white coats, through the rock 'n' roll years to the big stars.
A team of experts write about each era of the band's existence, examining what they were doing for each of their original 12 UK-release albums.
“I started collecting these personal pieces because I felt they belonged back in our family. This collection represents something of great importance to me, as it is part of our history.”--Julian LennonOver the years, Julian Lennon--John's oldest son--has built a unique collection of Beatles memorabilia, including several gold records, cells from the film Yellow Submarine , guitars, clothing (such as John's Afghan coat from Magical Mystery Tour ), jewelry, autographed books, handwritten lyrics, posters, and postcards. Now, for the first time, more than 100 of these personal treasures are displayed in print. Julian, working with well-known music author Brian Southall, provides insight into every one of these beloved pieces and explains what they mean to him--and the family memories they evoke.
The continuing saga of Britain's greatest music company as it faces an uncertain future under new ownership.
The book chronicles the rise of Electric and Music Industries Ltd (EMI), established in the UK in 1931, as a pioneering force in both music hardware and software. It explores EMI's dominance over the music industry for more than fifty years, highlighting its unparalleled success with an iconic roster of artists, including The Beatles, Frank Sinatra, and Queen. The narrative delves into the company's innovative contributions to the gramophone age and its lasting impact on popular music.
Revolution, Politics & Recordings. Englische Originalausgabe.
Set against the backdrop of the politically charged year 1968, the narrative explores the Beatles' evolution following the death of their manager, Brian Epstein. Freed from the constraints of constant touring, the band collaborates in multiple studios, allowing for a creative surge that results in a remarkable album. Despite internal tensions and the presence of Yoko Ono, their artistic journey reflects both personal and collective challenges, showcasing their resilience and innovation during a transformative period in music history.